By Family Features | Contributor If you have pets that enjoy spending time outdoors, it’s important to make sure your yard is a safe place for them to be. Consider these hazards that can negatively impact the well-being of your furry friends. Poisonous Plants – Some common plants can be dangerous…
By Debbi Mayster | Contributor “Backyarding” – the trend to move indoor activities outdoors that was made popular during the pandemic – is here to stay and will continue to expand in 2022, according to the TurfMutt Foundation, an environmental education and stewardship program that encourages outdoor living and caring…
By Alicia Wanek Imagine a summer evening sitting with a cool drink while enjoying a beautiful view and a delicious barbeque dinner with friends. Sounds like a perfect vacation, right? The truth is that you can create that experience in your own backyard whenever you want. Outdoor living spaces…
We asked some local home décor and remodeling businesses to elaborate on the trends, both indoor and outdoor, and to weigh in on specifics. Plumbing Fixtures Flooring Linens and Upholstery Time Pieces Custom Iron Accents Unique Art Outdoor Living COLOR TRENDS Nothing transforms a room like…
There’s something special about family night at the movies. Here’s a cool idea to bring the big screen production home. by Tricia White | Managing Editor Staging the pool movie is easier than it sounds. 1. The A/V: To show a movie in your backyard you’ll need a projector, a…
by Karyn Brodsky What’s the best way to keep track of your kids this summer? Make your backyard the “place to be” and their friends will want to hang out there. It’s a win-win: you always know where your kids are, and you get to add some fun outdoor…
Spring is the Perfect Time to Create an Outdoor Oasis by Karyn Brodsky Looking for a place to enjoy the great outdoors? Look no further than your own back yard! Outdoor living spaces bring the relaxation and festivity of a vacation right into your own backyard with high-tech electronics and…